Synopsis: Bollywood actor Varun Dhawan is all set to star alongside his childhood idol, Sunny Deol, for the Bollywood war drama “Border 2.” Directed by Anurag Singh, the movie stands as the sequel to the iconic 1997 blockbuster “Border.” Varun’s casting as a ‘fauji’ stands as an emotional moment in his career.
Emotional Connect: Varun remembers watching “Border” as a child, and the sense of national pride the film evoked. He could not forget the impression the movie had, and the admiration he had developed for the armed forces who safeguard the country. So getting the opportunity to be a part of “Border 2,” directed by J.P. Dutta and Bhushan Kumar, was almost like a personal victory for Varun. That it happens to share space with his hero Sunny Deol makes it even more special.
Release Date: “Border 2” is scheduled to release on January 23, 2026, which is being claimed as India’s biggest war film.
Teaser Announcement: Varun’s entry has been officially announced through a video message in which he recites a passionate dialogue: “Dushman ki har goli se Jai Hind bolke takrata hun… Jab dharti maa bulati hai sab chodh ke aata hun… Hindustan ka fauji hun main.”.
Fans’ Frenzy: Fans get excited from “All time Blockbuster loading” to “Welcome to the battalion, Varun Dhawan.”
Trivia:
- Directed by Anurag Singh, who earlier directed “Kesari” in 2019.
- Produced by Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar, J. P. Dutta, and Nidhi Dutta.